AC Milan captain Riccardo Montolivo was lost for the tournament in Brazil after fracturing the shinbone in his left leg following a challenge from the Republic of Ireland's Alex Pearce during Saturday's goalless draw at Craven Cottage.

DANIELE De Rossi has expressed his regret for Italy team-mate Riccardo Montolivo, who will miss the World Cup after fracturing his shinbone in Saturday night's warm-up match against the Republic of Ireland.

DANIELE DE ROSSI has expressed his regret for Italy team-mate Riccardo Montolivo who will miss the World Cup after fracturing his shinbone in Saturday night's warm-up match against the Republic of Ireland.

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